as in nationalistic
having or showing excessive favoritism towards one's own country
other nations were decidedly irked by the media's chauvinistic coverage of the Olympic Games
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Adjective
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Though many party members welcome Takaichi’s ascendance as a potential return to the days of Abe, there are concerns that her nationalistic historical views could cause friction with East Asian neighbors China and South Korea.—
Arata Yamamoto,
NBC news,
4 Oct. 2025 -
The first choice was a right-wing painter, whose xenophobic and nationalistic work, full of toxic masculinity, appealed to the ruling Law and Justice (PiS) party.—
Joanna Warsza,
Artforum,
1 Oct. 2025
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Aspirations of ‘Japan’s Thatcher’ Takaichi has long championed conservative policies, rooted in nationalist and traditionalist ideals.—
Hanako Montgomery,
CNN Money,
11 Oct. 2025
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Jamal Nazzal, a spokesperson for the Palestinian political and nationalist movement Fatah, slammed Marzouk’s remarks.—
Michael Dorgan,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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Now it would be seen as very chauvinist of us.—
Lizz Schumer,
PEOPLE,
7 Oct. 2025
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The event features distinguished guests, ceremonial presentations, patriotic music, and community fellowship.—
News Release,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
12 Oct. 2025
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The move puts Steak 'n Shake in the company of other businesses that have been embracing patriotic displays.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
11 Oct. 2025
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“Chauvinistic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chauvinistic. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.
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